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Center for European Policy Analysis @cepa.org · 11h

"A Kremlin stunt near the Estonian border highlights a much bigger problem: frayed nerves." @edwardlucas.bsky.social cepa.org/article/boot...

Boot Camp: Scare Stories

A Kremlin stunt near the Estonian border town of Saatse highlights a much bigger problem: frayed nerves between the two countries.

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Center for European Policy Analysis @cepa.org · 15h

"Wars are probably going to be months and years [...] we're not necessarily going to have technological superiority [...] and we're going to have to replace a lot of things, both combat losses and depleted weapons, that we had not necessarily been planning for." Christian Brose

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Center for European Policy Analysis @cepa.org · 18h

"From our investment in the next generation of leaders to our agility in taking on new ideas in order to adapt to an ever-evolving set of national security challenges, CEPA’s future as the premier transatlantic institution is bright." @apolyakova.bsky.social

CEPA 20th Anniversary Celebration: Letter from the President & CEO

As CEPA celebrates its 20th Anniversary, President & CEO Dr. Alina Polyakova reflects on CEPA's contributions to policy & leadership in global affairs.

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Center for European Policy Analysis @cepa.org · 1d

"Biotechnology offers us alternative pathways [...] to reduce reliance on fragile and adversarial supply chains."

The Hon. Chrissy Houlahan outlines the crucial importance of biotechnology to national and economic security at the 2025 CEPA Forum Tech & Security Conference.

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Center for European Policy Analysis @cepa.org · 1d

"It's just really important that these broad regulatory frameworks are simple and adaptable to new technology [...]." Ari Giovenco

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Center for European Policy Analysis @cepa.org · 1d

"Reflecting on CEPA’s founding twenty years ago, I am first struck by how far CEPA has come from being a policy start-up to a policy innovator and driver. I am also struck by how much the world and geopolitics have changed." @apolyakova.bsky.social

CEPA 20th Anniversary Celebration: Letter from the President & CEO

As CEPA celebrates its 20th Anniversary, President & CEO Dr. Alina Polyakova reflects on CEPA's contributions to policy & leadership in global affairs.

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Center for European Policy Analysis @cepa.org · 1d

"If you think steam engine, or aircraft, or any of the earlier precedents, [AI] will reshape economies, and with it, it will reshape national power."

Jim Lewis explains the significance of the AI evolution at the 2025 CEPA Forum Tech & Security Conference.

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Center for European Policy Analysis @cepa.org · 2d

"From our investment in the next generation of leaders to our agility in taking on new ideas in order to adapt to an ever-evolving set of national security challenges, CEPA’s future as the premier transatlantic institution is bright." @apolyakova.bsky.social

CEPA 20th Anniversary Celebration: Letter from the President & CEO

As CEPA celebrates its 20th Anniversary, President & CEO Dr. Alina Polyakova reflects on CEPA's contributions to policy & leadership in global affairs.

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Center for European Policy Analysis @cepa.org · 3d

"[Sweden] will lead with conviction, act with integrity, and stand shoulder to shoulder with our allies for a free, secure, and democratic world," H.E. Ulf Kristersson accepts CEPA’s 2025 Global Leadership Award.

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Center for European Policy Analysis @cepa.org · 3d

🔴 LIVE | Join CEPA for the 2025 CEPA Forum Tech & Security Conference featuring debates with leading public and private sector voices on today’s most pressing policy challenges. Tune in now 👇

https://cepa.org/cepa-forum-2025-tech-conference/

CEPA Forum 2025 Tech Conference

The CEPA Forum Tech Conference is a platform for high-level decision-makers and thought leaders from both sides of the Atlantic.

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Center for European Policy Analysis @cepa.org · 3d

"Reflecting on CEPA’s founding twenty years ago, I am first struck by how far CEPA has come from being a policy start-up to a policy innovator and driver. I am also struck by how much the world and geopolitics have changed." @apolyakova.bsky.social

CEPA 20th Anniversary Celebration: Letter from the President & CEO

As CEPA celebrates its 20th Anniversary, President & CEO Dr. Alina Polyakova reflects on CEPA's contributions to policy & leadership in global affairs.

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Center for European Policy Analysis @cepa.org · 3d

Ancient Wisdom: Europe Cannot Hide Behind its Walls | "What should be Europe’s strategy as aggressive imperial powers seek to conquer territory? Ancient Greece offers some guidance." Nathan Decety

Ancient Wisdom: Europe Cannot Hide Behind its Walls

What should be Europe’s strategy as aggressive imperial powers seek to conquer territory? Ancient Greece offers some guidance.

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Center for European Policy Analysis @cepa.org · 4d

Join CEPA for the 2025 CEPA Forum Tech & Security Conference! Register now for a dynamic series of discussions and debates on transatlantic industrial base challenges, technology and trade, and the building blocks of AI.

https://cepa.org/cepa-forum-2025-tech-conference/

CEPA Forum 2025 Tech Conference

The CEPA Forum Tech Conference is a platform for high-level decision-makers and thought leaders from both sides of the Atlantic.

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Center for European Policy Analysis @cepa.org · 4d

"From our investment in the next generation of leaders to our agility in taking on new ideas in order to adapt to an ever-evolving set of national security challenges, CEPA’s future as the premier transatlantic institution is bright." @apolyakova.bsky.social

CEPA 20th Anniversary Celebration: Letter from the President & CEO

As CEPA celebrates its 20th Anniversary, President & CEO Dr. Alina Polyakova reflects on CEPA's contributions to policy & leadership in global affairs.

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Center for European Policy Analysis @cepa.org · 4d

Georgian Election Boycott Gives Ruling Party a Free Ride | "The Georgian opposition’s decision to boycott local elections proved counter-productive. The authoritarian governing party will now have even more leeway."

Georgian Election Boycott Gives Ruling Party a Free Ride

The Georgian opposition’s decision to boycott local elections proved counter-productive. The authoritarian governing party now has leeway.

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Center for European Policy Analysis @cepa.org · 5d

“Moscow’s financial strategy for the fifth year of war is unmistakable ... the Kremlin will attempt to muddle through without major expenditure increases, instead passing the war’s costs to  the whole of society.” Alexander Kolyandr

https://cnb.cx/3IDrdYP

Russia's economy is creaking -- and the Kremlin wants Russians to pay more for the war

The Kremlin's commitment to the Ukraine war was in focus this week after the finance ministry released its 2026 draft budget.

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Center for European Policy Analysis @cepa.org · 5d

“This is how the Russians do war. They test softly for a little bit, they watch for a reaction, and if the reaction is soft, then they’ll keep going, they’ll keep testing, testing, testing until they make the ultimate decision for a confrontation.” @apolyakova.bsky.social

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Concerns grow over NATO’s readiness for modern warfare | Fox News Video

Fox News correspondent Steve Harrigan reports on concerns about NATO’s ability to confront Russia on ‘Special Report.’

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Center for European Policy Analysis @cepa.org · 5d

Five Ways to Punish Russia | "With a bit of imagination and courage, NATO can impose immediate costs for Russia’s hybrid war operations." George Janjalia

Five Ways to Punish Russia

With a bit of imagination and courage, NATO can impose immediate costs for Russia’s hybrid war operations across Europe.

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Center for European Policy Analysis @cepa.org · 5d

Europe is driving towards a defense tech boom. Join CEPA to discuss European innovation with Robert Geckle, Lt. Gen. (Ret.) Stephen Twitty, Jennifer Stewart, and Catherine Sendak at the 2025 Tech & Security Conference. Explore the full agenda 👇

Agenda 2025 CEPA Forum Tech and Security Conference

The agenda for the 2025 CEPA Forum Tech and Security Conference including keynotes, panels, and discussions.

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Center for European Policy Analysis @cepa.org · 5d

Europe Didn’t Always Preach Regulation | "Europe is proud of the 'Brussels Effect,' setting tech rules that spread around the globe. It shouldn’t be." Nicklas Lundblad #TechPol

Europe Didn’t Always Preach Regulation

Europe is proud of the “Brussels Effect,” setting tech rules that spread around the globe. It shouldn’t be.

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Center for European Policy Analysis @cepa.org · 5d

Join CEPA for the 2025 CEPA Forum Tech & Security Conference! Register now for a dynamic series of discussions and debates on transatlantic industrial base challenges, technology and trade, and the building blocks of AI.

CEPA Forum 2025 Tech Conference

The CEPA Forum Tech Conference is a platform for high-level decision-makers and thought leaders from both sides of the Atlantic.

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Center for European Policy Analysis @cepa.org · 5d

A Desperate Race for Drone Defenses | "Defense industries have tended to focus on the quality of military output, but the Ukraine war shows the importance of mass." @kirichenko.bsky.social

A Desperate Race for Drone Defenses

Defense industries have tended to focus on the quality of military output, but the Ukraine war shows the importance of mass.

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Center for European Policy Analysis @cepa.org · 5d

NATO Must Learn from Ukraine’s Frontline Drone Labs | "Russian drone incursions mark an acceleration in the Kremlin's hybrid war on the West. NATO members should study Ukraine's frontline labs to prepare for what comes next." Serhii Kuzan

NATO Must Learn from Ukraine’s Frontline Drone Labs

Russian drone incursions mark an acceleration in the Kremlin's hybrid war on the West. NATO members should study Ukraine's frontline labs.

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Center for European Policy Analysis @cepa.org · 5d

"Reflecting on CEPA’s founding twenty years ago, I am first struck by how far CEPA has come from being a policy start-up to a policy innovator and driver. I am also struck by how much the world and geopolitics have changed." @apolyakova.bsky.social

CEPA 20th Anniversary Celebration: Letter from the President & CEO

As CEPA celebrates its 20th Anniversary, President & CEO Dr. Alina Polyakova reflects on CEPA's contributions to policy & leadership in global affairs.

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Center for European Policy Analysis @cepa.org · 6d

Is Germany Going to Walk its Tough China Talk? | "After years of appeasement, Berlin’s attitude to China is hardening. But concrete actions remain elusive." Reinhard Bütikofer

Is Germany Going to Walk its Tough China Talk?

After years of appeasement, Berlin’s attitude toward China is hardening. But concrete actions remain elusive.

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